Topwater Lures

Best Leader Line For Topwater Lures (Mono vs. Fluoro)

Learn what factors to consider when selecting the leader line for fishing with topwater lures... mono vs. fluoro & strength selection tips.
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Here’s Why You’re Missing Strikes With Inline Hooks (And How To Fix It)

Want to know why you're missing fish with single inline hooks on your topwater lures? Check out these 6 reasons why and how to fix it!
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Topwater Lure Test: Super Spook Jr. vs LIVETARGET Mullet (Round 1)

Which topwater lure catches more fish — the Super Spook Jr. or the LIVETARGET Mullet? See the surprising results in this head to head test.
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How To Catch Bigger Fish On Topwater Lures With This Simple Tip

Want to catch more bigger fish (and fewer smaller fish) on topwater? See how replacing treble hooks with single hooks affects hookup ratio here and...
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Yo-Zuri 3D Inshore Pencil Topwater Lure Review (Pros, Cons, & Specs)

Thinking about getting the Yo-Zuri 3D Inshore Pencil? See the pros, cons, and specs of this lure here, as well as what species this lure is best for.
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Trout vs. Redfish: How To Catch Each Species On Topwater Lures

Want to specifically target redfish or trout on topwater lures? Check out this video to see how their biology affects how to catch them.
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How Fast To Retrieve Topwater Lures (To Catch More Fish)

Want to know how fast to retrieve your topwater lures? See our process for determining retrieve speed (and catching more fish on topwaters) here.
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How To Land More Fish On Topwater Lures (Avoid This Common Mistake)

Are you making this mistake when throwing topwater lures? This can cost you a ton of fish (after you've already done the hard work of finding them).
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MirrOlure Top Dog & Top Pup Review (Pros, Cons & When To Use Them)

Looking for a new topwater lure? Check out this review of the MirroLure Top Dog & Top Pup. They're great lures and fish love them, but there are some cons.
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How To Use Topwater Lures To Catch Redfish & Trout

Want to catch more redfish and trout on topwater? Learn everything you need to know about topwater lures here, including how redfish and trout like to...
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Savage Gear Mudd Minnow Review (Pros, Cons, & Best Time To Use It)

Looking for a new topwater lure? Or thinking about getting the Savage Gear Mudd Minnow? In this review, you'll learn the best times to use it, why it's...
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3 Best Times To Use Topwater Lures (And When To Avoid Using Them)

Want to catch more fish on topwater lures? See the three best times to use these lures in this video, plus learn what makes topwater lures so effective.
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SURPRISE Best Topwater Lure For Calm Water & Floating Grass

This lure is a surprisingly effective topwater lure for redfish, snook, and trout, especially when the water is calm and there's lots of floating grass.
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Topwater Feeding Frenzy on an Exploration Trip via Bike [Trends and Tactics + Spot Analysis]

On this trip I decided to leave the kayak at home and take the bike down some trails to fish from shore. It started out...
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The Best Way To Retrieve A Topwater Lure [VIDEO]

Do you use topwater lures? Is it better to fish them quickly or slowly? Check out this post for the answer, plus an extra bonus tip to catch bigger fish.
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